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Newspaper
Monticello Express
Location
Monticello, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1922
Page
7
The 47th Triennial General Convention opened in Portland Oregon with debate over radical liturgical revisions including marriage and burial rites. Proponents push modernization reflecting science criticism and gender changes while opponents favor strict biblical interpretation and traditional practice.
Sioux City Journal reports Herring alleging Col. Brookhart joined a Chicago conference of socialist agitators to plan internal subversion. Daugherty led operation with two to three dozen paid aides. question remains if Brookhart attended as delegate and if such ties influenced Iowa primary politics.
In a Cedar Rapids labor day address Congressman Cole cites Gompers praising wage gains and warns against widespread strikes. He notes farmers suffered price losses, rails and transport being disrupted, and urges public protest against a war harming all classes while recalling E. E. Clark's railroad safety remark.
The Yeo man nominates the Unknown Mother as the greatest American woman citing the ideal of motherhood, household wisdom, and leadership. The argument contrasts with The New York Times list of twelve notable women praised for public achievement but not motherhood. The piece frames a patriotic, domestic standard for greatness.
The Ottumwa Courier contends Col. Brookhart may attend a Chicago conference and join radicals in a third party but denies his right to seek a Republican ticket while aiming to hand office to a new party. It questions whether Brookhart has bolted the party and asserts the GOP has a right to know.
A Boston Transcript editorial argues profiteers in the coal industry show no favorites and wishes for a future where retributive justice treats all alike, condemning bias in punishment and blame.
A Chicago report notes food raisers lack adequate transport and warn of a five month disruption within a year. The piece links transportation shortages to broader fuel force shortages and potential industrial action.
Charles H. Johnson a Civil War veteran and longtime Manchester resident died at his daughter's home after a yearlong illness. Dr F C Bowman and Reese Jones were injured when a car wrecked near Cedar Rapids. Bowman died later in a Cedar Rapids hospital.
The writer challenges the notion of jerkwater towns by describing how small locales now boast paved streets electric lights water taps and modern amenities. It argues these towns offer parks, good roads and social ties, rivaling big cities in quality of life while dismissing the insult of the term.
Washington prompts prompt action on president's fuel bill to curb profiteering during the coal strike. Law seeks a transparent commission free of industry bias to uncover facts about mining, handling, and distribution, aiming to end coal wars and empower national energy policy.
A man argues that newspapers reflect his own writing philosophy, claiming reporters would write differently if they spoke as he does. He critiques journalistic norms and implies bias in media coverage.
A Chicago Tribune piece rails at William Z Foster leader of the One Big Union, arguing his calls and Red alliances threaten American democracy. It juxtaposes Lenin era terror and current labor unrest, citing Cheka deaths and potential power grabs alongside a series of humorous and regional vignettes.
The new Republican tariff bill backed by the administration restores protection for farm products. Wheat faces a 30 cent duty versus 25 under Payne-Aldrich, while corn oats beef and other goods receive proportionate protection. The measure follows broader postwar shifts and Canada Argentina imports. Analysts caution not all will be satisfied but anticipate economic improvements in industry and business.
Kansas City Star laments focusing on Newberry campaign spending while urging attention to national matters. The piece notes Michigan voters backed Newberry, but stresses urgent industrial policy and tariffs deserve priority over advertising battles.
Farmers fear unsafe roads on main highways as speeders and careless drivers threaten. Obstructing weeds near curves should be cleared and signals kept working to ensure safe outings. Sioux City Journal criticizes distrust of rich men while noting they bear heavy burdens and remain human despite wealth.
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